Pair Brueton "Macao" Steel Benches by Stanley Jay Friedman

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Pair Brueton "Macao" Steel Benches by Stanley Jay Friedman

About the Item

This pair of “Macao” benches / ottomans by Stanley Jay Friedman for Brueton is a striking example of the seamless fusion of form and function that characterizes 1970s American design. Crafted with the durability and luster of thick stainless steel, each piece is finished in a sophisticated gunmetal gray that adds depth and modernity to the design. Newly upholstered in black hair on hide, the cushions offer a textural contrast to the smooth steel, bringing an element of luxury and comfort to the benches. The scroll/waterfall curved legs are a testament to Friedman's ability to blend structural integrity with aesthetic fluidity, creating a form that is visually appealing and functional. Each bench, measuring 16 inches in height, 24.5 inches in width, and 13 inches in depth, provides versatile seating or a stylish resting place for the feet. The inset upholstered cushions, sized at 16 inches wide by 13 inches deep, are meticulously crafted to complement the benches' sleek contours. In very good vintage condition, the benches bear minor marks and scuffs on the lacquer coating of the gunmetal finish, a testament to their history and authenticity (see photos). These slight imperfections do not detract from their overall beauty but rather enhance their character. Stanley Jay Friedman is not just a furniture designer but an influential figure in the modernist movement, known for his clean, boundary-pushing designs. An award-winning designer recognized for his visionary work and his contribution as a lecturer, Friedman’s creations, such as these Macao benches, reflect his forward-thinking philosophy and commitment to design excellence. They offer not only a seating solution but also a slice of design history, perfect for any space that values both minimalist modern form and function.

Creator:
Brueton (Manufacturer),Stanley Jay Friedman (Designer)
Dimensions:
Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 24.5 in (62.23 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)Seat Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 2
Style:
Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Cowhide,Stainless Steel,Upholstery
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
1970-1979
Date of Manufacture:
Circa 1970s
Condition:
Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. Very good vintage condition. Marks, fine scratches and scuffs are present in the lacquer coating. Newly upholstered. Additional photos upon request.
Seller Location:
Chicago, IL
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU1543239434302

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Initially known as Spanish Metal Arts — a supplier of fencing for stately homes on Long Island — the principals at New York furniture manufacturer Brueton were artistically minded from the start, ensuring that their furniture company would become a major player in the world of stylish, modern stainless steel-based design. The company’s sculptural glass-topped dining tables and vintage mid-century modern chrome-framed armchairs are welcome additions to any contemporary interior.

Brueton got its start with the Manufacturers Hanover Trust building in Manhattan. When award-winning architect Gordon Bunshaft of engineering firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) was designing what would become a modernist marvel in the 1950s — a structure that traded sleek glass facades for the stone columns typically associated with banks — SOM worked with Spanish Metal Arts’s Bruno Saudino and Tony Vitale to furnish the property.

For Bruno and Tony, it marked the start of the aptly named Brueton — the pair produced understated side tables and seating made of glass and aluminum for SOM’s project. Revolutionary for its time, instead of traditional narrow windows, the Manufacturers Hanover Trust building was practically transparent — allowing passers-by to see the vault from the outside. (Celebrated photographer Ezra Stoller, who chronicled iconic New York buildings like Mies van der Rohe’s Seagram Building and the soaring silhouette of Eero Saarinen’s TWA Terminal, shot the building in 1954.)

Much like the material associated with so many of its offerings, Brueton built a reputation of being a strong, dependable and polished manufacturer. The brand worked with designers such as J. Wade Beam, who created cylindrical tables of polished chrome and exquisite marble mirrors during the 1970s, as well as Massimo and Lella Vignelli, a pair of innovative polymaths who left a profound mark on design and wider visual culture.

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